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Kentisbury Primary School
Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4NG, Devon
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
50.3 / 100
Top 50%
Better than 50% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
44
Capacity
42
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
105%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this primary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly in Key Stage 2, where 50% of students meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 83% nationally. The school serves a small community of 44 pupils, which may foster a close-knit learning environment. However, there is room for improvement in achieving higher standards, as only 25% of students reach the higher level in KS2 assessments.
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Last inspected: 9 November 2016Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 50% | Bottom 17% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 25% | Top 4% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.9%
White Other6.8%
Location
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51.17307, -3.97528 · EX31 4NG
School details
Local authorityDevon
RegionSouth West
URN113157
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Kentisbury Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Kentisbury Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 9 November 2016.
Is Kentisbury Primary School a good school?
Kentisbury Primary School scores 50.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 50% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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